Bidding Prayers – 11th April

Father God, today the Royal Family mourns the death of a special member of the family. Lord Jesus, comfort them & guide them in the coming hours and days. God bless our Queen & the family.

Lord in thy mercy

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Merciful Lord, you greeted your disciples with peace and opened your hand to Thomas, who questioned your resurrection. Although we have not seen you, we believe in you. We love you and come before you, confident of your love and your mercy.

Lord in thy mercy

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We pray to our merciful Lord for everyone who is searching for meaning in life. May they discover the goodness and beauty of the people they meet and, with their support, open the door to new life and joy.

Lord in thy mercy

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We pray to our risen Lord for the Government, scientists and everyone in leadership positions as we emerge from lockdown. May they make the right decisions as we move towards a new, post-Covid reality.

Lord in thy mercy

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We pray to our merciful Lord for families who are struggling to make ends meet. May they find the support and ideas that they need in order to nurture a secure, happy and loving life together.

Lord in thy mercy

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We pray to our risen Lord for our parish family. As we come together once again, may we value each other, build a supportive, loving community and be a living message of peace to the people around us.

Lord in thy mercy

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Risen and merciful Lord, teach us to live in your love at every moment of every day. May we celebrate your resurrection and rejoice in our God for ever and always. Amen.